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Black Girl You Are Beautiful!

On Saturday October 15, 2016, Siren Studios opened its doors for an event that was all #BlackGirlBeautiful. A refreshingly uplifting event in Hollywood that gathered the most beautiful (inside and out), talented, dynamic people in celebration of the Black Girl! Founder of BlackGirlBeautiful.com, Nikia Phoenix is a Los Angeles based model, writer, and dream-instigator. As soon as… Read more »

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Head Wraps In The Park at Leimert Park LA

It was a tough week for black people. We mourned the murder of Terrence Crutcher.  One of the most recent black lives lost to police violence. And watched several other unlawful acts against black bodies circulate through our news feeds. The trauma caused by reliving these moments add to the generational pain black people suffer from… Read more »

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You’re Pretty for A Black Girl

You’re pretty for a black girl. Well I’ve heard that before… Nothing new. The phrase that goes over your head as a girl and comes back to stab you in the gut later. But you’re so pretty for a black girl… there must be something else there. You could be white, native american, hawaiian or… Read more »

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Beyoncé as Goddess Oshun

Originally posted on 1shadysun.com at shady sun, we believe that, whether they are conscious of it or not, the most enduringly successful pop cultural icons enrich their work with the symbolism of an acutely deliberate variety. drawing from the rich [and often intersecting] archetypes of astrology, numerology, mythology, tarot, etc, the themes and motifs of these “stars” seem… Read more »

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Holistic Locs: The Pursuit of Beauty

Holistic Locs: The Pursuit of Beauty This past September, I started my loc journey for the second time. The first started back in my senior year of college. I went to a “round the way” salon and started them off with perfectly coiffed coils drenched in black gel, and was told to come back in… Read more »

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UJAMAA: Pursuit of Nappiness Sweatshirt

In the spirit of Kwanzaa we encourage UJAMMA=COOPERATIVE ECONOMICS: To build and maintain our own stores, shops and other businesses and profit from them together. Support the movement. Purchase the new logo sweatshirt and let everyone know you are in pursuit. Click here to purchase: https://teespring.com/pursuit-of-nappiness

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Jennifer Nnamani on the Pursuit of Nappiness

  Jennifer Nnamani NYC 30 Designer, Jane of all trades   Jennifer Nnamani is an artist with a unique story. Born in Nigeria and raised in New York, Jennifer has been making quite a name for herself in the fashion world. From mixing eco-friendly fashion and African style with her line Lady George, to hosting… Read more »

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Ask Vann: Hair Growth Tips For Relaxed Hair

Pursuit of Nappiness: Ask Vann Column Send your questions for Vann Cosmetics to answer by commenting below or email pursuitofnappingess@gmail.com subject ‘Ask Vann.’ You can even tweet us at @PursuitofNappi| @VannCosmetics #AskVann  Rene (Pasadena, California):  My question is what is the best way to grow out hair that has been treated with chemicals so it… Read more »

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Ask Vann: Can you reverse heat damage?

Pursuit of Nappiness: Ask Vann Column Send your questions for Vann Cosmetics to answer by commenting below or email pursuitofnappingess@gmail.com subject ‘Ask Vann.’ You can even tweet us at @PursuitofNappi| @VannCosmetics #AskVann Can you reverse heat damage? @ShaniSEYso asked, “Sooo I want my curls back. The front is all straight. Can you reverse heat damage?”… Read more »

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Ask Vann: Should I Dye My Hair?

Pursuit of Nappiness: Ask Vann Column Send your questions for Vann Cosmetics to answer by commenting below or email pursuitofnappingess@gmail.com subject ‘Ask Vann.’ You can even tweet us at @PursuitofNappi| @VannCosmetics #AskVann Pursuit of Nappiness: Should I dye my hair? Vann Cosmetics: Studies have shown that approximately 75% of women color their hair, and the percentage… Read more »

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Pursuit of Nappiness: Ask Vann Column- Sulfates?

Pursuit of Nappiness: Ask Vann Column Send your questions for Vann Cosmetics to answer on our blog by commenting below or email pursuitofnappingess@gmail.com subject ‘Ask Vann’         Pursuit of Nappiness: Should I stop using sulfates? Vann Cosmetics: Sulfates have been used in the cosmetic industry for decades, without any issues. So, why are… Read more »

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Energy Clearing Through Baths

Energy Clearing Through Baths by Asha Jackson   Since starting my own spiritual journey a few years ago, baths have come to play a major role. As a believer in energy, it has become a habitual practice of mine to clear, purify and uplift my personal energy and space. But regardless of what I do… Read more »

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Pursuit of Nappinss: Goddess Exchange DC- Finale The Black Woman

In the finale of the the first installation of the Goddess Exchange DC we take a deeper look into the woman. Discussing issues of Colorism, Black Beauty, Confidence, & more.   Share, Like, Grow Goddess Exchange is a series of dialogue between women of the color from various cities around the world. We are promoting healthy… Read more »

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#BlackoutBlackFriday Sales

It is important that we join together in our Pursuit by supporting our community as we boycott commercial Black Friday and purchase from Black owned businesses. This is by far the greatest way to make our voices heard as we fight for the justice of Mike Brown and countless other unarmed Black citizens that have… Read more »

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Pursuit of Nappiness: Wear your Crown

The African Headdress is more than just a fashion statement. Yes, African women look fierce when they adorn their heads with these beautiful colors and patterns. But the ‘duku’ or ‘gele’ is a statement worn to show prosperity and worn during different religious ceremonies. As black women, we’ve begun to wear our headdress to honor… Read more »

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What is the Pursuit of Nappiness?

What is the Pursuit of Nappiness? The Pursuit of Nappiness is a t-shirt line designed to encourage and involve the conscious mind on a journey towards loving, accepting, and having pride for your roots. To create a network of support for purpose driven individuals that inspire and encourage the world. And to utilize art as… Read more »